One of my mentors and friends once said, "just show up." Today I got the opportunity to do that. I'm grateful for my friend Jake Jones, for over 15 years he has been traveling hundreds of miles to the corner of South Dakota to share the love of Christ to a group of people who … Continue reading Show Up →

Recently I have been reading a book by Brady Boyd which is titled "Addicted To Busy." A statement that he writes is, "You've got to carve out time for rest." He is talking about the schedules and the way that many people in America choose to live their lives. As I have been adjusting to … Continue reading The Pressure to Live an Unsustainable Life →

Sometimes life is simple and it is easy to know exactly what is next. But in the midst of the journey there are clues as to which way to go next. A conversation with a good friend, a rude sales associate, or a friendly barista, each interaction either draws us closer, or pushes us away … Continue reading A Journey Without Directions →

I have been finished with college for almost two months now. I don't know what I am doing with my life, and I am becoming more comfortable with that unknown. I have studied and applied myself to understanding, I have pursued dreams and passions that I feel have been inspired by the Lord, and through … Continue reading Life After School →

It has been over 10 years since the last time that I visited the continent of Africa. The trip to Africa before was in 2004 to Kenya, it was the first time I had experienced kids on the street sniffing glue in order to stop the hunger pains. This trip to South Africa had a … Continue reading ORU South Africa 2015 →

Somewhere along the way I became the person that I am today; and as I continue to live out this life in relationship with Jesus, I see that I am nothing without the forgiveness and friendship of the Lord. I was driving this morning and felt in my heart to pray for some friends, I … Continue reading Considering All Of This →

Today I will graduate from college, after four years at Oral Roberts University. I started on this journey with the encouragement of pastors, friends, and family. Growing up I was good at learning how to do things by hand, but not always the best at studying and homework. However, God has helped me to understand … Continue reading On Graduating →

Some people do great with Todo lists, notebooks, calendars, alarms, and reminders. Some have personal assistants, and even secretaries.   Here is a list that I have on my phone, ideas and thoughts that I am supposed to reflect on and somehow accomplish.  But we do not live our lives to accomplish tasks! We live to … Continue reading What should a Task list look like?  →

So this last week in Atlanta, GA was incredible. It is sometimes difficult for me to put into words what God is doing in and through my life. I have been serving the last six months in ORU Missions to prepare leaders to go out into the world and minister the gospel. I am part … Continue reading Leading from behind, following their lead, and visiting some friends →

I have the incredible opportunity to go back to Atlanta, GA over Spring Break to share the love of Jesus with a community that struggles to overcome poverty. I will be working with an after school program, and an outreach to those who have moved to Atlanta for jobs and a better life. What better … Continue reading Spring Break 2015 Atlanta →